Tan Ky House
Nhà cổ Tấn Ký
Tan Ky House
Nhà cổ Tấn Ký
An ancient merchant house from 1741 featuring unique nail-free architecture, included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Hoi An
Historical House
Cultural Heritage
Tan Ky House (101 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street) is the first ancient dwelling in Hoi An to receive national heritage status. Built by a Chinese merchant in 1741, this house is a unique example of the harmonious blend of Vietnamese, Japanese, and Chinese styles. The Le family has preserved the house for eight generations, continuing to live on the upper floors while the ground level serves as a museum for visitors.
- Visit duration
20–45 minutes
- Admission
35,000 ₫
- Opening hours
08:00 – 17:45
- On-site language
Viet, Eng
What you need to know
Tan Ky House is constructed from valuable woods (teak and ironwood) without the help of nails—only through precise mortise and tenon joints. Its structure symbolizes a philosophy: 3 beams represent heaven, earth, and man, while 5 vertical beams represent the five elements.
What to see:
- "Confucius Cup": A 550–600-year-old relic with a mechanism symbolizing moderation.
- "Hundred Birds" couplet: A calligraphic masterpiece made of 100 strokes.
- Skylight: A unique lighting and ventilation system in the "tube house".
- Exhibition: Records of the house's history and the "Hoi An during the flood" exhibition.
It is recommended to visit early in the morning to avoid large tour groups in the narrow halls of the house.
On-site
- Tickets
Included in the Ancient Town general ticket (120,000 ₫ for 5 sites)
- Cash
Required for ticket purchase
- Rules
Do not touch artifacts and keep quiet
- Guide
Available at the ticket office
- With kids
Children under 10 enter for free